1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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1995 Fiat Bravo | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Bravo | A3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |